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Abraham Lincoln Informative Writing Prompt with two Passages/Articles
With this resource, students must use information from two unique & engaging passages to write an evidence-based informative essay explaining three major things that Abraham Lincoln did during his lifetime. This writing prompt is perfect for Lincoln's birthday or for around President's Day. Many extras are included to help you along the way. If your students have to take a standardized writing test where the writing prompt includes passages/articles, then this product is a must-have!*Please
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3rd - 5th
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Native American Museum Project Based Learning Activities
Native American Museum Project Based Learning Activities: Project based learning is an important part of any classroom. In this unit, students will follow the rubric to research a specific tribe for the Native American Society of Elders. The Native American Society of Elders is creating a Native American Museum of History. They feel it is important to be correctly represented. Each group will research and represent a different tribe (Arctic (Inuit), Northwest (Kwakiutl), Plateau (Nez Perce), Sou
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3rd - 5th
English Colonies (Jamestown & Plymouth) Brochure Project, Assessment, Print & Go
This product is an excellent resource to assess and wrap up the end of your English Colonization unit (geared for upper elementary and middle school students).Students are expected to choose either the Jamestown Colony or Plymouth Colony and then illustrate/write about what life was like in that colony. Sections included are: The CoverRelationship with the Native AmericansShip FleetOur LeaderDifficulties & SetbacksFoodHousingMap of the colonyThis product includes-Blank Templates (of both Jam
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4th - 10th
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Canada Writing Prompt with Informational Mentor Texts | 2 Nonfiction Passages |
With this evidence-based writing resource, students use information from two different informative passages to write an organized, informative/explanatory essay that describes Canada. Nowadays, there is a noticeable difference in how students are expected to write their essays on the standardized writing test. Many standardized tests, such as RISE (formerly SAGE) in Utah, AzMERIT in Arizona, PARCC in New Jersey, and FSA in Florida, require the students to read/listen to multiple texts and then u
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3rd - 5th
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Solve History's Mysteries- Stonehenge
History is full of unsolved mysteries, and who doesn’t love a good mystery? This packet is one of a growing collection of engaging inquiry-based learning adventures for your students. In each packet, students will investigate a mystery from history and try to solve the case!This investigation requires your history detectives to travel back in time to 5000 B.C. where they will enter the world of the Celts and Druids in Britain. Their mission: unravel the mysteries of Stonehenge. How was it buil
Oral Storytelling Unit
Looking for an engaging oral storytelling unit to foster a sense of community in the classroom? This language arts unit will provide will provide everything you need to teach 7+ lessons to your students including: - A drama activity- An Oral Storytelling pre-assessment- Artifact activity to represent a personal story or memory - Multiple activities to practice story retelling (based on picture books) - Small group storytelling practice- Two assessments for students to self-assess their storytell
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3rd - 9th
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Countries 'Travel Expo' Research Project
Embark on an exciting educational journey with the "World Explorer Project: Trifold Brochure Presentation"! This comprehensive resource invites students to step into the role of travel ambassadors, diving deep into the cultural, geographical, and historical aspects of a country of their choice. Designed for middle school classrooms, this project fosters research skills, creativity, and public speaking through engaging, hands-on activities.Product Includes:Editable PowerPoint Version: Customize t
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3rd - 7th
Diorama rubric criteria sheet
This is a rubric criteria sheet for a diorama, (a model or environment created inside a shoe box). It has a 5 point scale. The indicators on this rubric are APPEARANCE, REQUIRED ELEMENTS, CONTENT, LABELLING, KNOWLEDGE, CREATIVITY AND DESIGN.
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3rd - 6th
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The Colonial Times Newspaper Project (Early European Colonization), Print and Go
This product is an excellent resource to assess and wrap up the end of your English Colonization unit (geared for upper elementary and middle school students).Students are expected to write from the perspective of a colonist (Spanish, French or English) and create a newspaper that reflects the life and time of the people. Instructions and rubrics are included that will describe two different ways for students to publish their newspaper- The ole fashioned way with a pencil and crayons or a staine
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3rd - 8th
BC New Curriculum Assessment Binder for GRADE 4 | EDITABLE Gradebook | NWT
Are you a Grade 4 teacher in British Columbia looking for an updated Assessment Gradebook? We have created a ¨Data Binder¨ aligned with the BC New Curriculum to make your life easier while reporting student´s assessments. Not only will it guide your planning throughout the school year, but it is also a great VISUAL resource to share with parents during "Meet the Teacher" night or "Parent - Teacher Conferences".This binder will also help you keep track of what has been taught, so you can ensure y
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4th
Also included in: BC New Curriculum Assessment Binder BUNDLE | EDITABLE Gradebooks | NWT
My Tennessee Vacation: End of Year /Semester Project
My Tennessee Vacation is an activity perfect for the end of the year, or end of the 1st semester in that awkward time before Christmas break. The activity requires students to plan a Tennessee vacation, where they will list the location they begin for the day, their destination for the day, and mileage for the day. It requires them to name the location (EX: Smoky Mountain National Park), the nearest city (EX: Gatlinburg, TN), and the county it is located in (Ex: Sevier County). Next, students wi
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4th - 12th
Number the Stars Dodecahedron Project
A wonderful project to finish out reading Number the Stars with your students. This dodecahedron project will cover a variety of reading comprehension skills while also bringing in social studies, art, and present day topics. Students will read a present day article about MalalaYousafzai and make connections between her story and Ellen's. A second version of the project is included that is slightly modified to cut down on writing. It provides scaffolding (sentence starters, etc.) for some of the
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4th - 7th
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Grade 3 & 4 Social Studies Report Card Comments Guide - Ontario Curriculum
Looking for a new FREEBIE each week? Click HereAre progress reports and report cards causing you stress in Grade 3 & 4 Social Studies? Look no further! This bundle includes a Grade 3 & 4 Social Studies Comment Guide to make writing reports cards easy!Highlights:Comprehensive guide covering all Grade 3 & 4 Social Studies units.Ready-to-use qualifier bank spanning levels 1 to 4 for quick and easy comment crafting.Aligned with Ontario curriculum expectations.Key Features:Complete Cover
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3rd - 4th, Staff
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4th Grade Indiana Social Studies Unit 2
Harcourt Indiana Social Studies Textbook - 4th GradeThis file includes the following:-Unit 2 Lesson 1 vocab worksheet and Quiz-Unit 2 Lesson 2 vocab worksheet and Quiz-Unit 2 Lesson 3 vocab worksheet and Quiz-Unit 2 Lesson 4 vocab worksheet and Quiz-Unit 2 Lesson 5 vocab worksheet and Quiz-Unit 2 Lesson 6 vocab worksheet and Quiz-Native American Project (outline and rubric) to do after Lessons 1 and 2-Unit 2 Lessons 3-4 Study Guide and Test-Unit 2 Lessons 5-6 Study Guide and Test
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4th
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West Virginia Tourist Region Project Rubrics
Are you wanting to spice up your West Virginia History Unit with a culminating project choice board? Have students show what they learned about a West Virginia tourist region with these engaging projects.Project ideas and rubrics in this bundle are ink-friendly, easy to implement, and ready to use! There are technology project options (a Google Slides brochure, Padlet, and Flip podcast) and a poster option for those who are not comfortable with implementing a project that incorporates technology
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3rd - 4th
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Complete Dance Unit
This PDF supports my DANCE UNIT ASSESSMENT and DANCE UNIT ACTIVITY PACKAGE.
This PowerPoint is divided into 5 sections:
1. Introduction to the elements of dance
2. Improv
3. Exploring First Nations Dances
4. Media and Dance
5. Creating a Piece of Dance
All of the activities are imbedded into the PPT and have matching organizers which can also be purchased from my store.
Answers for some work are in the NOTES.
This is teacher and student friendly. Especially for a teacher who is unsure abou
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4th - 8th
Historic American Indians of Ohio Construct a Village Activity
THIS activity will be something your students will remember! Your students are tasked with creating a village for one of the Historic American Indian tribes of Ohio (Iroquois, Seneca, Wyandot, or Algonquian tribes). You supply the materials and knowledge about the tribes and let your students supply the creativity constructing the village. Ohio Grade 4 Common Core History StrandHERITAGEContent Statement: 3. Various groups of people have lived in Ohio over time including American
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4th
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Also included in: Native American Indians of Ohio BUNDLE
French Black History Month Biography Research Project & Poster
Biographie sur un(e) Canadien(ne) OU un(e) Americain(e) NoirChoisissez 1 Canadien(ne) Noir OU 1 Americain(e) NoirTrouvez l’information ci-dessous pour chaque personneNom de la personne Date de naissanceLieu de naissanceDate de décèsLieu de décès3 événements ou accomplissements importants dans sa vieUne citation cléDes imagesProduits Inclut:- Critères de projet- Listes de canadiens et américains noirs - Organisateur graphique - Rubrique- Affiche finale- Bonne Copie
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4th - 12th
Truth, Reconciliation & Orange Shirt Day | Call to Action T-Shirt Media Design
This turn-key lesson helps students understand what truth, reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day means to the survivors of residential schools. Students have the opportunity to hear stories from Indigenous people, understand the “calls to action” for truth and reconciliation, and create their own “call to action t-shirt design.” No pre-teaching required.What’s Included?Easy to follow lesson slideshow with clear teacher instructions in the speaker notesGraphic organizers & worksheetsCreative an
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4th - 8th
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Black History Month Biography Project simplified
Biography on a Black Canadian or Black American Choose 1 Black Canadian OR 1 Black American Find the information below for your chosen person. Their full legal name Date of Birth Place of Birth Date of Death Place of Death 3 key events/facts or accomplishments in their life 1 key quote they are known for ImagesProducts Included:- List of Black Canadians & Americans- Assignment Outline- Graphic Organizer - Rubric
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4th - 10th
Also included in: Black History Month Project and Final Poster Biography
Black History Month French Biography Biographie Francais simple
Explore a key black Canadian or American who contributed and fought the rights and freedoms of other minorities. Choisissez 1 Canadien(ne) Noir OU 1 Americain(e) NoirTrouvez l’information ci-dessous pour chaque personneNom de la personne Date de naissanceLieu de naissanceDate de décèsLieu de décès3 événements ou accomplissements importants dans sa vieUne citation cléDes imagesProduits inclut:- Information sur le projet- Liste d'americains et canadiens noirs- Organisateur Graphique - Rubrique
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4th - 11th
Also included in: French Black History Month Biography Research Project & Poster
Grade 4 & 5 Social Studies Report Card Comments Guide - Ontario Curriculum
Looking for a new FREEBIE each week? Click HereAre progress reports and report cards causing you stress in Grade 4 & 5 Social Studies? Look no further! This bundle includes a Grade 4 & 5 Social Studies Comment Guide to make writing reports cards easy!Highlights:Comprehensive guide covering all Grade 4 & 5 Social Studies units.Ready-to-use qualifier bank spanning levels 1 to 4 for quick and easy comment crafting.Aligned with Ontario curriculum expectations.Key Features:Complete Cover
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4th - 5th, Staff
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Wax Museum Research Project
Do you want to create a memorable learning experience for your students? Do you want them to learn how to research with a goal and purpose in mind? Look no further! Wax Museums are a great way to get students excited about people in history and the research process. This resource includes:Wax Museum InstructionsParent Letter (PDF and Editable Canva Link)Student Rubric (PDF)Student Research Sheet (PDF)"Come to Life" Buttons for Wax Museum
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3rd - 8th
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Canva Guide: Create a Stunning Magazine Cover About a Historical Figure
Product Description:Are you searching for an engaging and educational project for your middle school history class? "Create a Stunning Magazine Cover About a Historical Figure" package is the perfect solution! This resource provides everything you need to guide your students in creating a visually appealing and informative magazine cover featuring a historical figure.What’s Included:Step-by-Step Guide: Clear and easy-to-follow instructions written specifically for middle school students. This gu
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4th - 12th
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Importance of learning social studies
Social studies offers valuable insights into history, geography, and much more. Social studies captivates students by providing them with perspectives from the past, present, and future, allowing them to understand history and navigate current events. It enables them to appreciate how previous generations have shaped their present reality. In essence, social studies opens their eyes to the vastness of life beyond their immediate surroundings.
Benefits of learning social studies
Learning social studies offers many benefits to students in terms of helping them develop a holistic understanding of the world. Namely, it helps them:
- Learn about the achievements, challenges, perspectives, traditions, and customs of different societies
- Evaluate information, analyze evidence, and make informed judgments about complex social, economic, and political issues
- Become active, responsible, and engaged citizens
- Comprehend global issues such as human rights, environmental sustainability, and economic disparities
By teaching social studies, teachers can help students develop critical thinking skills, foster civic engagement, and promote social awareness and responsibility.
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If you’re a teacher or parent looking for printable or digital social studies resources, TPT has an extensive array of instructional materials for every learning need, topic, or grade level. Whether you’re teaching students about America’s democratic process, the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., how to read maps, or World War II, we’ve got you covered.
Social studies resources on TPT offer informative lessons, engaging texts, intriguing facts, interactive puzzles, and enjoyable trivia games. These grade-specific resources ensure that all students can access age-appropriate materials that stimulate their minds and enhance their creative thinking abilities.
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